Iraq passport → Bosnia and Herzegovina
Do Iraqi citizens need a visa for Bosnia and Herzegovina?
Iraqi passport holders need a visa for Bosnia and Herzegovina, arranged before you travel. Depending on the country, that means an online application, a sponsor or agent, or an appointment at a visa centre. If you hold a US visa, UK visa, Schengen visa or similar, it can be easier: see below.
What this means for your trip
- Start early. Some countries take the whole application online; others need a visa-centre appointment for fingerprints, and waits can be long in peak season.
- Typical documents: application form, photos, bank statements, tax returns, an employment letter, bookings and travel insurance.
- If you already hold certain other visas, a simpler route may apply. Check the section below.
Easier if you already hold another visa
Iraqi passport holders who hold one of these documents can get Visa-free30 days instead:
- US visa
- UK visa
- Schengen visa
- Ireland visa or residence
- GCC residence (UAE, Saudi, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, Bahrain)
Multiple-entry visa already used once (entry stamp from the issuing country). Sources differ on allowed stay and on whether a UK visa counts.
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Bosnia and Herzegovina at a glance
- Capital
- Sarajevo
- Currency
- Bosnia and Herzegovina convertible mark (BAM)
- Languages
- Bosnian, Croatian, Serbian
- Calling code
- +387
- Region
- Southern Europe
Bosnia and Herzegovina for other passports
- IraqVisa required
IndiaVisa required
United StatesVisa-free90 days
United KingdomVisa-free90 days
United Arab EmiratesVisa-free90 days
ChinaVisa-free90 days
SingaporeVisa-free90 days
PakistanVisa required
BangladeshVisa required
Sri LankaVisa required
NepalVisa required
NigeriaVisa required
PhilippinesVisa required
Nearby in Southern Europe for Iraqi passport holders
Common questions
Do Iraqi citizens need a visa for Bosnia and Herzegovina?
Iraqi passport holders need a visa for Bosnia and Herzegovina, arranged before you travel. Depending on the country, that means an online application, a sponsor or agent, or an appointment at a visa centre.
How long can Iraqi citizens stay in Bosnia and Herzegovina?
The allowed stay depends on the visa you are granted. Check the decision letter or entry stamp.
Can Iraqi citizens get a visa on arrival in Bosnia and Herzegovina?
Not under the standard rules.
Is Bosnia and Herzegovina easier for Iraqi citizens with a US, UK or Schengen visa?
Yes. With a qualifying US visa, UK visa, Schengen visa, Ireland, GCC residence, Iraqi citizens get visa free for up to 30 days. Multiple-entry visa already used once (entry stamp from the issuing country). Sources differ on allowed stay and on whether a UK visa counts.
How many countries can Iraqi citizens visit without a visa?
29 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The Iraq passport ranks #92 of 94 (passports with equal scores share a rank).
Source: Wikipedia contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0). Updated weekly. Rules can change, so give the official site a quick look before you fly.